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Dr. Richard Riggs, MD

Los Angeles, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Riggs, Physiatrist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Richard Riggs, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Riggs graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed her residency at Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Homewood Hosp Ctr-N Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Riggs is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggs’s office at (310) 423-3618.

    Where did Dr. Riggs go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Homewood Hosp Ctr-N Campus, Internal Medicine | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    What languages does Dr. Riggs speak?

    Dr. Riggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Persian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Riggs treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Riggs diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Riggs. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Does Dr. Riggs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riggs accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Riggs in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

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    Where is Dr. Riggs' office located?

    Dr. Richard Riggs' Primary Practice

    2080 Century Park E Ste 300

    Los Angeles, CA 90067

    (310) 423-3618

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    Dr. Richard Riggs' Practice 2

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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    What is Dr. Riggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Riggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982712592.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggs?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riggs

    What is Dr. Richard Riggs's specialty?

    Dr. Riggs is a Physiatrist near Los Angeles, CA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Riggs to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Riggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Riggs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Richard Riggs accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Riggs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Riggs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (310) 423-3618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Riggs?

    Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (310) 423-3618 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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